Béarnaise with a Nigerien Twist

Ingredients

The original Béarnaise sauce is a classic French sauce made with butter, egg yolks, white wine vinegar, shallots, and tarragon. In this Nigerien adaptation, we incorporate the flavors of Nigerien cuisine by adding ground peanuts, cayenne pepper, and a touch of garlic. These additions give the sauce a unique nutty and slightly spicy taste, elevating it to a whole new level of deliciousness. We alse have the original recipe for Béarnaise, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
• 3 egg yolks 3 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon ground peanuts 1 tablespoon ground peanuts
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 35g (Saturated Fat: 20g)
• Carbohydrates: 1g (Sugars: 0g)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and white wine vinegar until well combined.
2. 2.
   Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
3. 3.
   Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
4. 4.
   Remove the bowl from the heat and whisk in the ground peanuts, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, parsley, and thyme.
5. 5.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6.
   Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground peanuts — Make sure to use unsalted ground peanuts for the best flavor. If you can't find ground peanuts, you can grind roasted peanuts in a food processor until finely ground.

Tips & Tricks

• For a milder spice level, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a tablespoon of warm water to thin it out.
• To add a smoky flavor, you can substitute smoked paprika for the cayenne pepper.

Serving advice

Serve the Savory Nigerien Béarnaise sauce warm over grilled steak, roasted chicken, or grilled vegetables. It also makes a delicious dipping sauce for crispy fries or crusty bread.

Presentation advice

Drizzle the Savory Nigerien Béarnaise sauce over the main dish in an artistic manner, or serve it in a small bowl on the side for dipping. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme leaves for an added touch of elegance.